2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Frontier. 2006 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XKR | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XKR | Frontier |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |